Assistant Dean, Finance & Administration - COPH

Closing Date:

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.

UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):

• Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
• Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
• Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
• Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at askrecruitment@uams.edu.

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Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field
• Seven (7) years of financial and administrative experience in an academic setting
• Understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)

Preferred Qualifications

• Masters degree
• Seven (7) years of financial and administrative experience in an academic setting
• CPA license (either active or inactive)

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Financial Expertise: Understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and fund accounting principles.
• Leadership: Ability to provide strategic guidance and manage complex administrative operations.
• HR Management: Experience in sensitive employee relations and compliance reporting.
• Space and Resource Management: Oversight of building operations, space planning, and procurement.
• Communication: Strong advisory and collaborative skills with internal and external stakeholders.
• Technical Proficiency: Familiarity with systems like Workday, Blackbaud, and contract management tools

Additional Information:

Key Responsibilities:

• Financial Management: Oversee the college's financial health, including budget development, resource analysis, cost control, and compliance. Manage external and internal financial reporting, faculty productivity metrics, incentive plans, and dean's commitments to faculty.
• Operations Management: Manage day-to-day business operations, ensuring compliance with regulations and policies. Oversee HR issues, adjunct faculty, space management, security, construction needs, procurement, and inventory tracking.
• Advisory Role: Provide guidance to college leadership on financial and administrative policies, counsel on faculty conflict of interest, strategic investments, and recruitment. Act as the COPH signatory in various campus systems.
• Liaison Duties: Serve as a financial and administrative liaison to external academic bodies and UAMS divisions, including Finance, Human Resources, and other colleges.
• May perform other duties as assigned to aid UAMS's and the COPH Mission.

Salary Information:

Required Documents to Apply:

Please contact askrecruitment@uams.edufor any recruiting relatedquestions.

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Sitehttps://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.